Daily Memo: The Chinese Communist Party’s New Rules, Azerbaijan’s Latest Target

The Chinese president could tighten his control over top governing bodies if the new rules are passed.

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Xi tightens his grip. New draft rules from the Chinese Communist Party released this week will strengthen President Xi Jinping’s control over the party’s top governing bodies. Among other changes, the general secretary will have exclusive power to set the agendas of the all-important Politburo and the Politburo Standing Committee, and acquire greater control over […]

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